1988 Mitsubishi Starion vs. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado

To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 283 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. (102 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 993 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (645 Nm) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. (164 Nm). This means 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1988 Mitsubishi Starion has manual transmission. 1988 Mitsubishi Starion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Mitsubishi Starion 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado
Make Mitsubishi Oldsmobile
Model Starion Toronado
Year Released 1988 1968
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 6967 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 102 HP 385 HP
Torque 164 Nm 645 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1125 kg 2118 kg


 

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